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Rules and Regulations

BODY OF WORK ELIGIBILITY FOR THE 13TH ANNUAL COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARDS (to be held in 2024)

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 - OCTOBER 31, 2023  *CURRENT FISCAL YEAR* (CMAB13)

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 - OCTOBER 31, 2024  *UPCOMING FISCAL YEAR* (CMAB14)

ALL MEMBERS ARE BOUND BY THE COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARDS TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Horizon Female Artist of the Year

This award is presented to an individual female artist in the Alberta country music industry displaying the greatest achievements within the current eligibility period. Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to success at radio, sales of pre-recorded music, live concert shows and vocal performances.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The female artist must be a resident of Alberta

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • Artist MUST have a single released in the current eligibility period that has achieved the 150th chart position or higher on Mediabase OR obtained a minimum of 10,000 streams on a single premium streaming platform (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube)

SELECTION PROCESS

The Horizon Female Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE – The contenders for the Horizon Female Artist of the Year Award will be determined by the following formula:

    • Spins/Streams: released within the current eligibility period (November 1 through to October 31, of the current Fiscal Year); These results will be compiled by Mediabase

    • OR a one song threshold of 10,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

    • The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Award Show. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Horizon Female Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend.

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning artist, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Horizon Male Artist of the Year

This award is presented to an individual male artist in the Alberta country music industry displaying the greatest achievements within the current eligibility period. Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to success at radio, sales of pre-recorded music, live concert shows and vocal performances.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The female artist must be a resident of Alberta

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • Artist MUST have a single released in the current eligibility period that has achieved the 150th chart position or higher on Mediabase OR obtained a minimum of 10,000 streams on a single premium streaming platform (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube)

SELECTION PROCESS

The Horizon Male Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE – The contenders for the Horizon Male Artist of the Year Award will be determined by the following formula:

    • Spins/Streams: released within the current eligibility period (November 1 through to October 31, of the current Fiscal Year); These results will be compiled by Mediabase

    • OR a one song threshold of 10,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

    • The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Award Show. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Horizon Male Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend.

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning artist, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Horizon Group or Duo  of the Year

This award is presented to a group/duo (defined as an act comprised of two (2) or more people, all of whom perform together as a collective group) in the Alberta country music industry, displaying the greatest achievements within the current eligibility period. The act may include an individual who has, or currently does, perform as a solo artist under a name different than that of the group/duo. This award is based on the performance of the group/duo as a unit, either on record or in person. Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to success at radio, pre-recorded music, live concert shows and vocal performances.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • At least 50% of the group/duo must be residents of Alberta

  • At least 50% of the contributing members must be members of Country Music Alberta in good standing prior to November 1, of the upcoming Fiscal Year;

  • Any group/duo that capitalizes in whole, or in part, by incorporating the name of a solo artist in the name of the group/duo is not permitted to stand for nomination in this category; Special collaborations between two solo artists/acts do not qualify.

  • Artist MUST have a single released in the current eligibility period that has achieved the 150th chart position or higher on Mediabase OR obtained a minimum of 10,000 streams on a single premium streaming platform (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube)

SELECTION PROCESS

The Horizon Group or Duo of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE – The contenders for the Horizon Group or Duo of the Year Award will be determined by the following formula:

    • Spins/Streams: released within the current eligibility period (November 1 through to October 31, of the current Fiscal Year); These results will be compiled by Mediabase

    • OR a one song threshold of 10,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

    • The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Horizon Group or Duo Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Fans' Choice

This award is for the Roots artist and any Horizon Artist/Group/Duo acts that meet a streaming requirement proving their music is being consumed by the Fans. Fans will have the opportunity to cast their vote for their favourite nominee via an online ballot to determine the winner.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The Solo artists or at least 50% of the Group/Duo must be a resident(s) of Alberta

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • Eligible acts must have 25,000 streams within the eligibility period (November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year)

  • *NOTE* the act does NOT have to release new music within the Eligibility period, however, acts MUST provide proof of streams

  • **NOTE** The final round is a public voting category.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Fan's Choice Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE – The contenders for the Fans Choice Award will be determined by the following formula:

    • a catalogue streaming threshold of 25,000 streams from One (1) premium streaming service (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) within eligibility period. *Screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

    • The Ten (10) contenders receiving the most industry votes will appear on the Final Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the 2nd Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – In case there are more than Ten (10) contenders provided from the Contenders round, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot.

  • STEP THREE (Final Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) nominees provided, anyone that has the voting link (with one vote per IP address) may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Fan's Choice Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Talent Buyer of the Year

This award is presented to one (1) individual talent buyer or promoter, who presents and promotes Alberta country acts within the current eligibility period.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The talent buyer or promoter must be a resident of Alberta;

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • This award is presented to one (1) individual. Any votes containing more than one (1) name on the First Ballot will be considered INVALID;

  • The talent buyer or promoter must have bought or promoted at least ten (10) unique country acts, with Albertan content, within the eligibility period;

  • The individual must have been employed, and/or in the applicable position within the corresponding company for a minimum of 50% of the current eligibility period;

SELECTION PROCESS

The Talent Buyer or Promoter of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot.

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the annual Country Music Alberta Kick Off Party. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Talent Buyer or Promoter of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Kick Off Party during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winner, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Industry Person of the Year

This award is presented to one individual displaying excellence in supporting, expanding and building the Alberta country music industry and genre during the current eligibility period. Potential contenders can work in the following categories (including but not limited to): artists and repertoire (A&R), artist management, marketing, media (radio, television, streaming), promotions, public relations, publishing, studios, touring and venues.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The recipient must be a resident of Alberta;

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • This award is presented to one (1) individual.

  • The individual must have been employed, and in the applicable position within the corresponding company for a minimum of 50% of the current eligibility period.

  • Any regular paid or contracted positions of Country Music Alberta are NOT eligible for this award

SELECTION PROCESS

The Industry Person of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot.

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the annual Kick Off Party during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Industry Person of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Kick Off Party;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winner, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Songwriter(s) of the Year

This award is presented to the songwriter(s) of an individual country music song released to radio or available for purchase within the current eligibility period. This award is based on an individual song and not on the songwriter(s)’ body of work. Voters should give consideration to all aspects of the given song, if applicable, including but not limited to lyrics, music, success at radio, record sales, success in digital media and impact of the song on consumers and the Alberta country music industry, with emphasis on the creative integrity of the song.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The songwriter(s) must be a resident of Alberta. On collaborations, at least 50% of the songwriters must residents of Alberta

  • All solo contenders and 50% of collaborations are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • A song that is re-released is not eligible for this category (Example: a new feature artist collaboration, Greatest Hits, etc....)

  • Final nominees from the previous year are not eligible in the current year for the same product.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Songwriter(s) of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Songwriter(s) of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning writer(s), courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Album of the Year

This award is presented to the act (solo, duo or group) for an Alberta country album, which was released for mass public consumption in its entirety, within the current eligibility period. An album (Physical or Digital) is defined as made up of at least six tracks or 20 minutes of music, either packaged as one album, or as a track equivalent album (a series of singles or EPs that will be released within a 12-month period of each other). The album can be a special project or commemorative package. Voters and jury members should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to, market impact (e.g., sales, spins, YouTube views), artistic performance, production, design, art layout and liner notes. This award is for an album as a whole unit.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • An album is considered released on the first available date that the material can be possessed, by mass consumers, via a purchase in its entirety and/or streamed legally in its entirety by a royalty-generating service.

  • The act must be a resident of Alberta. Within a group/duo, at least 50% of the members must be residents of Alberta

  • All solo contenders and 50% of Groups/Duos are required to be members in good standing of the Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • The album is made up of at least six tracks or 20 minutes of music, either packaged as one album, or as a track equivalent album (a series of singles or EPs that will be released within a 12-month period of each other)

  • 50% of the tracks must have been released during the current eligibility period, having never appeared on a previous album;

  • Final nominees from the previous year are not eligible in the current year for the same product.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Album of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will proceed to STEP TWO, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards™ Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will proceed to STEP TWO;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Album of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Video of the Year

This award is presented to the act (solo, duo or group) for an Alberta country music video, released for consumption within the current eligibility period. This award is for an original music video. Voters should give consideration to all aspects of the given video, including but not limited to creativity, production, visual appeal and impact on consumers and the Alberta country music industry.

ELIGIBILITY

  • All solo contenders and 50% of Groups/Duos are required to be residents of Alberta

  • All solo contenders and 50% of Groups/Duos are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • Has released a music video during the period of November 1 to October 31 of the current fiscal year

  • Lyric Videos do NOT qualify for this award

SELECTION PROCESS

  • STEP ONE (Contenders) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will proceed to STEP TWO, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards™ Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will proceed to STEP TWO;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Video of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Live Country Venue or Presenting Series of the Year

This award is presented to the Alberta establishment OR ongoing Presenting Series that allows a place or opportunity for live music to be performed for the public and which regularly features performances by Alberta country artists within the current eligibility period.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The club must have an operating establishment located in Alberta;

  • A minimum of one (1) person from the Live Venue / Presenting Series is required to be a member of Country Music Alberta in good standing prior to November 1, of the current Fiscal Year;

  • The Live Venue must have bought or promoted at least four (4) country events, with Alberta country content, within the eligibility period.

  • The Presenting Series must have presented at least four (4) live shows in Alberta, with Alberta Country Content, within the eligibility period

SELECTION PROCESS

The Live Country Venue or Presenting Series of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Each eligible CMAB Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the CMAB™ Awards Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible CMAB™ Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot.

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible CMAB™ member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced at the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show™ In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Live Country Venue or Series Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show™

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning venue or series, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Musician of the Year

These awards recognize individual instrumentalists on record or stage and who are known primarily as instrumental performers. 

ELIGIBILITY

  • The eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The musician must be a resident of Alberta

  • All contenders are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

SELECTION PROCESS

The Musician of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Musician of the Year Award is presented during the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winner, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Horizon Youth Award

This award is presented to an individual artist or Group/Duo who is 18 less a day as of November 1, of the Upcoming Fiscal Year and active in the Alberta country music industry, displaying the greatest achievements within the current eligibility period. Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to video presentation, live shows, social media presence and vocal performances.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The Artist or 50% of the Group/ Duo must be a resident of Alberta

  • All solo acts and 50% of the Group/Duo are required to be members of the Country Music Alberta, in good standing, by the end of October 31, of the current Fiscal Year

  • The artist or Group / Duo must be 18 years of age less a day as of November 1, of the Upcoming Fiscal Year.

  • The act must have either: a fully functional website OR a fully completed Country Music Alberta profile as of October 31, of the current Fiscal Year.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Horizon Youth of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contenders Round)– Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender.  Providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards™ Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will proceed to STEP TWO;

    • Performance video

    • A High Quality photo

    • Minimum of 3 live/live stream *COVID Reduction from 5* performance shows within the eligibility period

    • Have a Social Media presence

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Horizon Youth of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Radio Station of the Year (Large Market)

This award is presented to Alberta country music radio stations, who contribute to the development of Alberta country talent, within the current eligibility period. Eligible terrestrial country radio stations must be licensed by the CRTC. Voters should give consideration to all aspects of the radio station, including but not limited to community involvement, promotions, leadership, and recognition

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current period for the Radio Station of the Year (Large Market) Award is November 1, through to October 31 of the current fiscal year

  • Any Alberta terrestrial country radio station (as defined by the CRTC) is entitled to submit for consideration;

  • A minimum of one (1) person from the submitted radio station must be a member of the Country Music Alberta in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • A Large Market station is defined by a City/Town population of 50,000 or more as of September 30 of the current Fiscal year

SELECTION PROCESS

The Radio Station of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Radio Station of the Year (Large Market) Award is presented at the annual Kick Off Night during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning station, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Radio Station of the Year (Small/Medium Market)

This award is presented to Alberta country music radio stations, who contribute to the development of Alberta country talent, within the current eligibility period. Eligible terrestrial country radio stations must be licensed by the CRTC. Voters should give consideration to all aspects of the radio station, including but not limited to community involvement, promotions, leadership, and recognition

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current period for the Radio Station of the Year (Large Market) Award is November 1, through to September 30 of the current fiscal year

  • Any Alberta terrestrial country radio station (as defined by the CRTC) is entitled to submit for consideration;

  • A minimum of one (1) person from the submitted radio station must be a member of the Country Music Alberta in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • A Large Market station is defined by a City/Town population of 49,999 or less as of September 30 of the current fiscal year.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Radio Station of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

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  • The Radio Station of the Year (Small/Medium Market) Award is presented at the annual Kick Off Night during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning station, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Interactive Artist or Group of the Year

This award is presented to an act (solo, duo or group) in the Alberta country music industry who participates in meaningful digital interaction with fans within the current eligibility period. Voters and jury members should give consideration to all aspects of an act’s interaction with fans – including, but not limited to, quantity and quality – via social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok YouTube, etc.) and website (content, graphic design, layout, etc.).

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The artist or at least 50% of the group/duo must be residents of Alberta and Country Music Alberta members in good standing prior to November 1, of the current Fiscal Year;

  • All solo contenders and 50% of collaborations are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

  • Must have either released a single/album/music video OR played a min. of 5 shows within the eligibility period.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Interactive Artist or Group of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE– Acts are invited to submit a package, detailing number of social media followers, frequency of interaction, Overall knowledge of social media, overall growth analytics and quality of engagement

  • STEP TWO– A professional panel of industry jurors, whose members are approved by the CMAB Awards Committee, will judge the submissions to determine the final five (5) nominees, which will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements as determined by the CMAB Awards Committee. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible CMAB Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

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  • The Interactive Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Kick Off Night during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Roots Artist of the Year

This award is presented to the act (solo, duo or group) This Category of Roots Country music incorporates influences from a multitude of musical styles, including but not limited to Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Celtic, Country-Blues, Folk, Gospel, Hillbilly, Honky Tonk, Country Punk/Rock, Roots, Rockabilly, Singer/Songwriter and Western Swing.

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Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to success at radio, sales of pre-recorded music, live shows and vocal performances. 

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*Any act choosing to compete in this category is not eligible to be nominated in the following categories (Horizon Male, Horizon Female or Horizon Group of the Year). *

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • All Solo Contenders or at least 50% of the group/duo must be residents of Alberta

  • All solo contenders and 50% of collaborations are required to be members in good standing of Country Music Alberta, for the upcoming fiscal year before November 1

SELECTION PROCESS

The Roots Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Contender) – Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Roots Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Kick Off Night during the Country Music Alberta Award Weekend;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Horizon Single of the Year

This award is presented to the act (solo, duo or group) for an Alberta country music track, which was released as a single to Canadian country radio within the current eligibility period as defined below AND amongst the top spinning singles within the current eligibility period. Voters should give consideration to the impact of the single on consumers and the Canadian country music industry.

ELIGIBILITY

  • For the purpose of the Single of the Year Award, the current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year;

  • The act must be a resident of Alberta. Within a group/duo, at least 50% of the members must reside in Alberta

  • Contenders are required to be members of the Country Music Alberta, in good standing, by October 31 of the current Fiscal Year.

  • Within a group/duo, 50% of the contributing members must be members of Country Music Alberta;

  • A single is considered released on the day the track was made available to Canadian country radio as a single.

  • Only eligible singles, achieving the 150th position or higher on the Mediabase charts OR a copy/screenshot of a DMDS email confirming it’s commercial availability OR a Stream count of 10,000 on a premium streaming platform

  • Final nominees from the previous year are not eligible in the current year for the same product.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Single of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Any commercially released single that meets the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Committee. In the case of a tie, more than 30 singles will appear on the First Ballot. Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

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  • The Horizon Single of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Male Artist of the Year

This prestigious award is for an individual, who showed the greatest competence in all aspects of the entertainment field. Consideration will be given to his success at radio, recorded and live performances, attitude, leadership and their overall contribution and helps bring National and/or international recognition to Country Music in Alberta.

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*IF AN ARTIST QUALIFIES AND CHOOSES TO COMPETE IN THIS CATEGORY, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SINGLE OF THE YEAR, THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OTHER COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARDS*

ELIGIBILITY

  • Must be a member in good standing as of November 1 of the upcoming fiscal year with an Industry or Alumni membership

  • Must have sold a minimum of 4000 units (sales) of a single album during the eligibility period of November 1 to October 31 of current fiscal year as verified by Mediabase.

    • 1 album = 1 unit

    • 10 singles = 1 unit

    • 100 streams = 1 single

    • 1000 streams = 1 album

  • Must have had a minimum of five (5) tour dates in Canada during the eligibility period, with two [2] being in Alberta

  • Must have a single released that went to Top 50 in Canada as verified by Mediabase during the eligibility period OR a one song threshold of 250,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

SELECTION PROCESS

The Male Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE –The contenders for the Male Artist of the Year Award will be determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee.
    The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Male Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning artist, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Female Artist of the Year

This prestigious award is for an individual, who showed the greatest competence in all aspects of the entertainment field. Consideration will be given to her success at radio, recorded and live performances, attitude, leadership and their overall contribution and helps bring National and/or international recognition to Country Music in Alberta.

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*IF AN ARTIST QUALIFIES AND CHOOSES TO COMPETE IN THIS CATEGORY, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SINGLE OF THE YEAR, THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OTHER COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARDS*

ELIGIBILITY

  • Must be a member in good standing as of November 1 of the upcoming fiscal year with an Industry or Alumni membership

  • Must have sold a minimum of 4000 units (sales) of a single album during the eligibility period of November 1 to October 31 of current fiscal year as verified by Mediabase.

    • 1 album = 1 unit

    • 10 singles = 1 unit

    • 100 streams = 1 single

    • 1000 streams = 1 album

  • Must have had a minimum of five (5) tour dates in Canada during the eligibility period, with two [2] being in Alberta

  • Must have a single released that went to Top 50 in Canada as verified by Mediabase during the eligibility period OR a one song threshold of 250,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

SELECTION PROCESS

The Female Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE –The contenders for the Female Artist of the Year Award will be determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee.
    The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Female Artist of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning artist, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Group or Duo of the Year

This prestigious award is for a Group or Duo, who showed the greatest competence in all aspects of the entertainment field. Consideration will be given to his success at radio, recorded and live performances, attitude, leadership and their overall contribution and helps bring National and/or international recognition to Country Music in Alberta.

 

*IF AN ACT QUALIFIES AND CHOOSES TO COMPETE IN THIS CATEGORY, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SINGLE OF THE YEAR, THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OTHER COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARDS*

ELIGIBILITY

  • at least 50% of the act must be a member in good standing as of November 1 of the current fiscal year with an Industry or Alumni membership

  • Must have sold a minimum of 4000 units (sales) of a single album during the eligibility period of November 1 to October 31 of current fiscal year as verified by Mediabase.

    • 1 album = 1 unit

    • 10 singles = 1 unit

    • 100 streams = 1 single

    • 1000 streams = 1 album

  • Must have had a minimum of five (5) tour dates in Canada during the eligibility period, with two [2] being in Alberta

  • Must have a single released that went to Top 50 in Canada as verified by Mediabase during the eligibility period OR a one song threshold of 250,000 streams across all premium streaming services (Apple, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube) *screenshots of your artist page will be required for proof, and you or your team MUST apply for this method*

SELECTION PROCESS

The Group or Duo Artist of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE –The contenders for the Group or Duo of the Year Award will be determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee.
    The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) nominees will appear on the Second Ballot

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Group or Duo of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Single of the Year

This prestigious award is presented to the act (solo, duo or group) for an Alberta country music track, which was released as a single to Canadian country radio within the current eligibility period as defined below AND amongst the top spinning singles within the current eligibility period. Voters should give consideration to the impact of the single on consumers and the Canadian country music industry.

ELIGIBILITY

  • For the purpose of the Single of the Year Award, the current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year;

  • A single is considered released on the day the track was made available to Canadian country radio as a single. The primary source used to determine this information is the Mediabase report;

  • Second Ballot contenders are required to be members of Country Music Alberta, in good standing, by November 1 of the upcoming Fiscal Year in order to move on to the Second Ballot. Within a group/duo, 50% of the contributing members must be members of Country Music Alberta;

  • Only eligible singles, which were among the top 40 spinning singles at any point at radio within the current eligibility period will qualify. The list of qualifying singles will be provided to Country Music Alberta directly from Mediabase Reporting;

  • Final nominees from the previous year are not eligible in the current year for the same product.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Single of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – The top 40 spinning singles as provided by Mediabase Reporting will appear on the First Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the Country Music Alberta Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than 30 singles will appear on the First Ballot. Each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner during the Country Music Alberta Awards Weekend. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Single of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Community Spirit Award

The Country Music Alberta Community Spirit Award (sponsored by Craig Senyk Initiatives) to recognize a Country Music Alberta act/songwriter that goes above and beyond through notable community, public, or humanitarian service by volunteering their time and talent to raise awareness and/or funds to a cause that makes our world a better place.

ELIGIBILITY

  • All contenders are required to be members of the Country Music Alberta in good standing, for the upcoming fiscal year prior to November 1

  • The Act/Songwriter must be a resident of Alberta;

  • Only eligible Country Music Alberta Members, listed as an Artist, Group or Duo, or Songwriter as their primary membership category, are eligible.

  • The current eligibility period is November 1 through to October 31, of the current fiscal year;

SELECTION PROCESS

The Community Spirit Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) Artists can either nominate themselves or others by submitting a maximum one-page submission of their community spirit activities in the last year

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) An independent jury will short list the nominations to five finalists. From the five finalists, membership will be allowed to vote. This vote will carry 20 percent weight in the voting process.

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible Country Music Alberta Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. Craig Senyk Initiatives chooses the winner deemed most deserving, taking into account the results of the voting process and Jury Scores.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Community Spirit Award is presented during the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show;

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning act, courtesy of Craig Senyk Initiatives.

  • The winner will receive a Country Music Alberta award, a $750 donation in their name to their charity of choice, and an opportunity to play at the Jamboree for Charity (min. $500 appearance fee).

Visual Creative of the Year

This award is presented to the visual creative and/or design team who have demonstrated an exceptional body of visual artwork that helps bring country music to life. This award recognizes a designer or creative team’s body of work within the current eligibility period. It can include creative assets from one or multiple artists, projects, or marketing campaigns.

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Submissions may include any combination of: album packaging, single art, merchandise, digital marketing assets, tour posters, websites, and other promotional materials.  IF Submission is supporting element (artwork/photography) on a final package, full credit must be listed on each project and permission from final designer MUST be granted for used in submission, and available upon request.

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Voters and jury members should consider all aspects of the given body of work, including, but not limited to the design concept(s), layout(s), typography, execution, visual impact, audience appeal and use of materials/media.

ELIGIBILITY

  • Performing Artists are NOT eligible for this award unless listed as part of the creative team on the completed submission form, and verified by the CMAB Verification Committee.

  • At least 50% of the design team must be CMAB Members

  • Packaging and campaign design released prior to the current eligibility period does not qualify; however, design elements of previously released CD, EP, vinyl and/or single (digital) packaging qualifies when the design elements are incorporated into a new design (i.e.: greatest hits packaging);

  • A maximum of eight (8) individual projects or campaigns can be included per submission;

  • A maximum of four (4) individuals can be listed as a creative design team. If an artist/duo/group is included as part of the design team, they will be considered as a single individual;

  • For those submitting, only those listed as part of the creative team (i.e.: creative director, designer, photographer, etc.) on the completed submission form, and verified by the CMAB Awards Verification Committee, will be considered for nomination. Once submitted, the names CANNOT BE CHANGED;

  • Final nominees from the previous year are not eligible in the current year for the same product.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Visual Creative of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (Submission) Members of a design team are invited to submit a package, including their artwork, detailing the creative thought process behind the artwork, the connectedness to the music/art, and

  • STEP TWO (Jury) A professional panel of industry jurors, whose members are approved by the CMAB, will judge the submissions to determine the final five (5) nominees, which will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements as determined by the CMAB Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible CMAB Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Visual Creative of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Awards Show

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning creative and or team, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

Live Event of the Year

This award is presented to A Minimum One (1) day event (Not limited to but including, Festivals, Fairs and exhibitions, fundraisers, Rodeos or live theatre event) which utilizes Alberta Country Artists as an element of the event and presents Country Music in a positive manner while attracting a large and diverse audience.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The current eligibility period is November 1, through to October 31 of the current Fiscal Year

  • The Venue site must have an operating establishment located in Alberta;

  • A minimum of one (1) person from the Live Event of the Year is required to be a member of Country Music Alberta in good standing prior to November 1, of the current Fiscal Year;

  • The Live Event must be a minimum of one (1) day, have a minimum of three (3) performances and of those performances at least Fifty Percent (50%) being Alberta Country Content acts. *NOT necessarily CMAB members*

SELECTION PROCESS

The Live Event of the Year Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

  • STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Each eligible CMAB Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the CMAB™ Awards Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;

  • STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible CMAB Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot.

  • STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible CMAB member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced at the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show™ In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

COUNTRY MUSIC ALBERTA AWARD™

  • The Live Event of the Year Award is presented at the annual Country Music Alberta Award Show™

  • One (1) award is presented to the winning venue or series, courtesy of Country Music Alberta

*Please Note that all Final decisions on all category eligibility is at the sole discretion of the Country Music Alberta Board of Directors*

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